Buying A Speed Triple ?

What’s the suspension on the non R version? One of my brothers has KYB on his GSXS 1000, even though it’s adjustable it’s not very good. He had to take it to a local suspension tuner to revalue the forks. The rear shock wasn’t fully adjustable and will have to be replaced to balance the work done on the forks. As long as it’s a quality, fully adjustable font and rear kit you’ll be fine. If not, the small amount you’ll have to pay for the R version will be well worth it.

 

I’ve had a 2007 and 2011 regular S3’s and currently own a 2016r and it’s shocking ( pun intended) how much nicer the Öhlins suspension is. It’s taunt yet plush definitely confidence inspiring.

 

Hi and welcome

I was in the same dilemma, buy the S or the tasty R. I am 18 stone with gear so was aware a suspension upgrade was needed no matter what. I was offered a massive discount on a new old stock S so saved several £££££ so I had the maxton guys upgrade the suspension. Similar to others with upgrades it's night Vs day different.

Budget £1000 for an upgrade and spend the rest of your budget on the bike you like the look off.

No matter what speed you get, you will enjoy it.

 

What happened to the test ride on the 15 reg R you mentioned too hot?

 

Fair enough.

 

My personal opinion

I love the 2010 Speed Triple
Round headlights upgraded with Wisamic LED units
No abs, traction control or ride by weir to go wrong
Can access the ECU for fuel mapping unlike later models
Fuel injection for reliability
Fantastic engine, brakes, geometry and looks
Reliable
Replace the suspension with one set up for yourself
Change the cans for a tone more fitting for this bike (Pipewerx)
It can filter, commute, tour and tear up the tarmac
Parts are easily available

I had the 2016 and didn't get on with it, sold it and went back to a 2010

Earlier models will have carburettors with chokes etc, nought wrong with them but I prefer the fuel injection.

 

Might be worth you having a look in the "Bikes for sale" section as there is a very nice early shape 1050 up for grabs.

 

Might be worth you having a look in the "Bikes for sale" section as there is a very nice early shape 1050 up for grabs.

 

Love my 2013 Speed Triple. Been a while since I have been on and a lot of upgrades have been put on it. Just had my Suspension all made by Maxton Engineering (handy as there up the road from me ). So once the customer paint has been put on it I shall be putting some new pics up

 

I'll ride it up for you!

 

If you were interested, I've used an ex BMW bike dealer who is now a bike courier, he checks the bikes thoroughly while giving you a walk round report over the phone before handing over your cash which you send to him prior, if you/he's not happy it's returned to you, otherwise he then delivers the bike to you.

 

Love my 2013 Speed Triple. Been a while since I have been on and a lot of upgrades have been put on it. Just had my Suspension all made by Maxton Engineering (handy as there up the road from me ). So once the customer paint has been put on it I shall be putting some new pics up

Noooo bike is ever too far. Especially if you get to ride it back up north

 

Earlier models will have carburettors with chokes etc, nought wrong with them but I prefer the fuel injection.[/QUOTE]

Those were pre 1997, the T509 885i and T595 955i are injected.
If you prefer the looks of the newer 1050 bikes go for it. Personally I prefer the bug eye look of the older ones but obviously they dont have the power of the newer models, nor the ohlins etc. I know some prefer the 955 engine to the 1050 too.
Good luck

 

If you need his details give me a shout and I'll pm them to you.

 

My 2011 speedy on ebay finishes later today I’ve been offered 4K with standard cans,if guy turns up tommorow as he says it will be sold.